Mac and Cheese Meatloaf Casserole
A comfort food classic combining savory meatloaf with creamy mac and cheese for the ultimate cozy dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 15 Ritz crackers crushed into fine crumbs
- 1 pound Lean ground beef 90/10 preferred
- 1 packet Onion soup mix
- 1 Egg
- ¼ cup Ketchup
- ½ cup BBQ sauce divided for meatloaf and noodles
- 2 cups Water for cooking noodles
- 8 ounces Elbow macaroni noodles
- 1 tablespoon Butter combined with seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- Onion powder to taste
- Garlic powder to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- ½ cup Milk
- 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Crush Ritz crackers. Mix with beef, soup mix, egg, ketchup, and ¼ cup BBQ sauce.
- Press into greased 9x13 pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Boil 2 cups water and cook noodles with salt until al dente. Drain well.
- Stir butter and remaining BBQ sauce into noodles.
- Mix in milk and cheddar to create cheesy coating.
- Take meatloaf from oven and layer macaroni mixture on top evenly.
- Return to oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy your cheesy, savory casserole hot and fresh.
Notes
Assemble the meat base ahead for less stress. Store leftovers in airtight containers for meal prep ease.